Inside the Therapy Room

Are you a man or a father? Maybe you just have men in your world? Perhaps you are a guy who has never been to therapy before and has no idea what it would be like. This episode is for you!

In today’s episode Matt lets you in on what it is like for men to seek and engage in therapy. Where we discuss why role modelling as a therapist is so powerful, Matt shares the challenges for men seeking therapy and what misconceptions there are about men and emotions.

Matt Musgrave who is the Founder and principal counsellor at Strong Space Counselling, an online private practice specialising in creating safe spaces for men and fathers to be their full, complex selves.

With over seven years of experience in the criminal justice and community sectors, Matt Musgrave has sat alongside men in some of life's toughest moments.

He's not one to shy away from the hard conversations, often using a direct yet supportive approach to guide individuals towards becoming the person they aspire to be.

Through a blend of professional expertise and personal understanding, Matt creates a relaxed environment where open dialogue flourishes, making the journey of self-discovery and healing a collaborative venture.

More details about Matt and his practice can be found at http://www.strongspacecounselling.com/

You can find Matt on Instagram – www.instagram.com/strongspacecounselling

Do you experience pain daily? Maybe you were born with a chronic illness? Perhaps you have never found a therapist who understood what living with chronic pain was like. This episode is for you!

In today’s episode Melanie lets you in on what it is like for someone who manages a chronic illness or chronic pain to seek and engage in therapy. Where we discuss why lived experience is so powerful, Melanie shares who falls into this category and what misconceptions society has about those with chronic illness/pain.

Melanie Foulkes who is a counsellor with lived experience of Autism, ADHD, chronic illness, and chronic pain.

Her private practice offers trauma-informed online counselling that supports individuals living with chronic illness and disability, aiming to meet clients with compassion, acceptance, and accessibility.

More details about Melanie and her practice can be found at https://melaniefoulkes.com

You can find Melanie on Facebook - https://facebook.com/MelanieFoulkesCounselling/

Instagram – www.instagram.com/MelanieFoulkesCounselling

Do you love nature or just being outdoors? Maybe you’re not sure whether talk therapy on its own is entirely for you? Perhaps you have a spiritual connection to the land. This episode on Forest Therapy is for you!

In today’s episode you get a glimpse of what it is like to sit Inside the Therapy Room or rather the outdoor therapy space. Where we discuss why being in nature is so powerful, Matt shares his profound personal and professional experiences, and how forest therapy is different from just going for a walk.

Matt is the Director of MGA Counselling Services and provides individual, couple, family, and group counselling.

He is also the founder of Forest Therapy Victoria. Matt has a special interest in relationship counselling, grief, trauma, abuse recovery, high sensitivity, and spirituality.

Matt provides professional and personal development courses on a range of topics and speaks regularly at conferences and in the media on sexuality and mental health.

Aside from his counselling work, Matt also freelances as a cartoonist and illustrator. He is the author and illustrator of the Shapes, Lines and Dots: Creativity and Wellbeing for Kids series of books, plus regularly does commissions for corporate and community clients. He runs cartoon incursions in schools around the country, as well as the unique “Creativity and Wellbeing” workshops that combine his cartooning skills with mindful practice.

More details can be found at http://mattglover.com

Interested in Forest Therapy? https://www.foresttherapyvictoria.com.au/

Want to know more about Matt? Head to https://mgacounselling.com.au/

Are you an introvert? Or an empath? Do you know what an INFJ or a HSP is? If you do, chances are you will LOVE this episode. If you don’t, here is your chance to learn about a beautiful group of people around you.

In today’s episode you get a glimpse of what it is like to sit Inside the Therapy Room with someone who celebrates your gentle soul. Where we discuss the conversation around being an INFJ, how to navigate an extroverted world as an introvert, and how beneficial therapy can be for ‘helpers.’

Sam is a self-confessed introvert and empath who loves nothing more than a good ache in the belly laugh. But more than anything, she loves providing a safe counselling space for gentle souls, introverts, INFJs, empaths and neurodivergent people.

This is her joy and passion, bringing hope and healing to the broken hearted.

Sam first started Paper Crane of Hope as a community development project. Leaving paper cranes in her community to spread this message of hope and healing. It quickly evolved into what it is today- an online therapy space.

Sam has a growing YouTube channel about all things Introvert, Empath, INFJ and therapy. Head over to check it out - https://www.youtube.com/c/papercraneofhope

Want to know more about Sam? Head to https://www.papercraneofhope.com/

Ever wondered what sex therapy is like? Maybe you have wondered whether you could benefit from an open space to share about intimacy?

In today’s episode you get a glimpse of what it is like to sit Inside the Therapy Room with a sex therapist. Where we discuss the conversation around sex, society, relationships and of course therapy.

Naomi, more commonly known as ‘The Australian Sexologist’ has been working in the wonderfully interesting field of human sexuality and relationships for over 17 years.

She has years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and is committed to understanding and acknowledging the way race, culture, ability, gender, and sexuality intersect in people's lives.

Want to know more about Naomi? Head to https://naomihutchings.com.au/

Welcome to Inside the Therapy Room!

In this weekly seasonal podcast, we'll dive into the different aspects of therapy, from various therapeutic approaches to the diverse groups of people seeking therapy. I'll be chatting with experts like a sex therapist, a forest therapist, and even a pet loss therapist. These fascinating and passionate individuals are dedicated to holding space for the challenges life throws at us. Together, we'll debunk myths that may be holding you back from seeking therapy.

We'll share both the light-hearted and humorous moments, as well as the profound and important aspects of the therapy journey.

Who is your host? Hi, I'm Sam Sellers; a registered therapist in Australia. With over 5 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, my goal is to make everyone feel seen and heard in life. I specialise in relationships, the LGBTQIA+ community, and religious trauma and work out of my practice Anchored Counselling Services.

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